Shining Star

It was Sarah's turn to be the Shining Star at Preschool this week.  We made a poster-Sarah put her spots on it and Mom put pictures of all her favorite things to do and favorite people...except we were missing a picture of her Sammy. 
This morning, when I was helping her pick out two of her favorite things to share with her class she was adamant that the only thing she wanted to bring to show and tell was Sam. 
What's a Mom to do? 
She had her favorite color on--blue--plus spots.  I let her pick a crystal out of Daddy's cabinet to show her friends, she had her favorite book, but she still wanted Sam. 
When we got to class Ms. Barb noticed right away Sarah was a bit glum.  I explained the situation and Ms. Barb told me to bring him right before dismissal.  Sarah brightened up immediately. 

Circle time was first.

Then Sarah told Ms. Barb all about her favorite things.

All the kids got to pick what they liked best about her poster.

Then it was time for a little hokey pokey.

'Cause that's what it's all about.

 Mommy read Sarah's favorite book.

Sarah was gonna put her spots on anybody who wasn't listening.

Then she showed of her rocks to her buddies. 

I brought Sam in at the end of the class. He was so good and gentle and let all the kids love on him. 
When we got home, I said, "Sarah, you were such a good Shining Star today." 
Sarah said, "Mom, Sam was a shining star today too."